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• Operates vehicle in accordance with Occupational and Safety Health Act (OSHA)/Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements as well as all local, state and federal requirements.

• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle utilizing standard Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR). Responsible for reporting any vehicle deficiencies prior to and after each route day.

• Ensures vehicle is operating correctly while on the route and notifies Route Supervisor/Dispatch/Maintenance of any concerns.

• Understands and practices all policies and procedures as described per Athens Services Safety Rules. Makes use of standard tools and resources provided by the Company.

• Clean area around any accidental waste spill, ensuring adherence to all applicable safety standards and policies.

• Identify unsatisfactory waste barrels and tag containers due to contamination of waste streams.

• Follow all applicable rules and protocols when disposing at the Material Recovery Facility (MRF).

• Maintain a clean and safe vehicle. Clean waste from the packer blade and truck body (where appropriate) on each disposal trip.

• Ensure all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is worn while operating specific machinery.

• Participates and cooperates in all scheduled training, briefings, and Safety meetings as required by the Company.

• Works closely with Route Supervisors to improve route efficiencies and identify problems or unsafe accounts.

• Performs all duties as scheduled by Route Supervisor or Dispatch, assisting operations as directed.

• Immediately notify Route Supervisor of any incidents/accidents/injures/property damages.

• Communicates customer requests/issues to Dispatch/Route Supervisor.

• Completely dumps all containers and leaves the customer's location clean and free of debris. Properly position containers on the customer's property.

• Follows route assignments throughout the day and completes all documentation when checking-in at the end of the route.

• Provides a positive and professional attitude when dealing with customers.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED

• Valid Class A or B Driver's License.

• 1 year of experience operating a commercial vehicle.

• Able to meet all DOT requirements.

• Able to provide exceptional customer service always.

• Time management skills.

• Able to follow through multiple challenges as they arise.

• Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Age 21 and over

• Bilingual English / Spanish

• 3+ years of experience operating a commercial vehicle

• Work experience in the waste, environmental services, energy, or transportation industry.

• Clean Driving Record.

Physical/Environmental Demands:

Below are the key points concerning the physical requirements and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical:

• Bins may exceed 1000 pounds in weight. Please note that while bins have wheels for assisted movement, employees will be required to physically push, pull, and lift bins up hills and uneven terrain.

• Continuously grasping, bending, pushing, pulling, lifting, stretching, twisting, stooping, walking on uneven surfaces and lifting up to 75 lb. frequently.

• Frequent entry and exit from a truck, up to 150 times daily, involving using steps to access an elevated seat

• Able to work standing and/or sitting for long periods of time.

• Standing, walking, seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously.

• Problem solving, oral/written communication, analytical ability, concentration, & interpersonal abilities continuously.

• Eye/hand coordination, handling, & wrist motion continuously.

Environmental:

• Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet/hot conditions, & noise continuously.

• Works outside only.

• Working in Windy/Hot/Cold/Wet environments, working around heavy equipment, working among refuse and exposed to dusty conditions.

• Frequent exposure to traffic, being aware of all your surroundings, maintain a high level of communication with others.

Salary: $32.41 - $36.41 Hourly